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by jerry.hildenbrand@futurenet.com (Jerry Hildenbrand on (#6MQSF)
Google has packed premium phone specs into a budget price tag and isn't going to lose any money doing it.
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by michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) on (#6MQPS)
The Polar Vantage V3 is one of the top fitness watches, alongside the Garmin Forerunner 965 and COROS APEX 2 Pro. Here's what you need to know about it.
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6MQKJ)
A research firm revealed that Sony's mobile sales fell hard and fast last year, losing out to Apple and Google even in its home market of Japan.
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by techkritiko@gmail.com (Jay Bonggolto) on (#6MQHQ)
Circle to Search is now available to all Pixel Tablet owners.
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by derrek.lee@futurenet.com (Derrek Lee) on (#6MQFJ)
The Motorola Razr Plus 2024 (aka the Razr 50 Ultra) has just been leaked again, with a retailer listing revealing the configuration and pricing.
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on (#6MQE7)
Amazon has cut 44% off the price of the fifth-generation Echo Dot, offering a great deal on an already-affordable smart speaker.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#6MQE8)
Google Maps has started rolling out better charging station discoverability for EV owners.
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on (#6MQC6)
Best Buy is currently offering a free $25 gift card with the purchase of the Samsung Galaxy A25 5G, which you can get for as low as $199.99.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#6MQC7)
The latest Google Messages beta showed signs of change and additional details about the feature.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#6MQC8)
Samsung stated that it has restarted its rollout of One UI 6.1 on the Galaxy S22 series.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#6MQ9Y)
Users have reported receiving Google's Find My Device network in more places and on more devices.
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by andrew.myrick@futurenet.com (Andrew Myrick) on (#6MQ77)
Alongside the Pixel 8a, Google announced that it would finally be selling the Pixel Tablet without the Charging Speaker Dock for a lower price. Even still, you shouldn't buy the Pixel Tablet and don't have to look far for something better.
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by vishnu.skar@gmail.com (Vishnu Sarangapurkar) on (#6MQ78)
New sketches reveal the design of the upcoming OnePlus 13 and its toned-down handset, the OnePlus 13R.
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by vishnu.skar@gmail.com (Vishnu Sarangapurkar) on (#6MQ4F)
Google brought support to external displays for Pixel 8 models with the latest Android 14 QPR builds, and it looks like the Pixel 8a is joining the list.
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6MQ4G)
At a time when Google is being heavily criticized for its Google Search practices, OpenAI might be readying an alternative option.
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by nandika.iyerravi@futurenet.com (Nandika Ravi) on (#6MPNK)
Google says it will introduce 'school time' on Wear OS smartwatches to help children concentrate during school hours.
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by vishnu.skar@gmail.com (Vishnu Sarangapurkar) on (#6MPKM)
While Google Lens and Circle to Search work similarly, accessing them on Android phones is much easier than on iPhones.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#6MPKN)
Digging through the ChromeOS code unearthed an early glimpse at Google's planned "App Mall."
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by patrick.farmer@futurenet.com (Patrick Farmer) on (#6MPH0)
Best Buy is dropping a historic discount on the OnePlus 12, one of our favorite phones released so far this year.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#6MPEN)
Samsung has started rolling out its May security patch for the Galaxy S24 series.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#6MPEP)
Google was spotted preparing a new feature for Chrome that would give users more control over Memory Saver.
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by nicholas.sutrich@futurenet.com (Nicholas Sutrich) on (#6MPBS)
As AAA VR games continue to make headlines, flat-screen gamers are feeling left out. Thankfully, a few games have already proven that it's possible to solve the problem.
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by derrek.lee@futurenet.com (Derrek Lee) on (#6MPBT)
Google I/O 2024 is around the corner, and we expect plenty of new software, lots of AI, and maybe even some hardware announcements.
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on (#6MPBV)
For a limited time, Best Buy is offering the Beats Studio Pro wireless headphones for $170, along with three months of free Apple TV Plus and other Apple services.
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by vishnu.skar@gmail.com (Vishnu Sarangapurkar) on (#6MP8X)
Google announced new and exciting features for its messages in November last year. Some of them are finally seeing the light of day.
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by namerah.saud-fatmi@futurenet.com (Namerah Saud Fat on (#6ANKN)
Something that Wear OS can boast over other Android smartwatches is its apps. We've rounded up some of the best Wear OS apps to get you started.
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by namerah.saud-fatmi@futurenet.com (Namerah Saud Fat on (#6MP5W)
Love reading but don't have the space for books or time to go to the library? Take a look at the best e-book apps for Android.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#6MP5X)
Motorola debuted its 2024 G Stylus 5G, which boasts an improved pen experience and a premium design.
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by namerah.saud-fatmi@futurenet.com (Namerah Saud Fat on (#63YT9)
Grab the most attractive-looking cases for your slim and trim Motorola Edge and Edge Plus phones. Here's a list of the best cases you can find for the Motorola Edge and Edge Plus right now!
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by namerah.saud-fatmi@futurenet.com (Namerah Saud Fat on (#6MP3B)
Mulling over what color Google Pixel 8a you should buy? Let us help you out with that.
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by derrek.lee@futurenet.com (Derrek Lee) on (#6MP3C)
The Nubia Flip 5G brings another flip phone option to the market, and one that doesn't break the bank. However, the Razr 2023 is a strong contender with the price cut.
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by harish.jonnalagadda@futurenet.com (Harish Jonnalag on (#6MP07)
Google needs to make a sub-$350 Pixel phone to challenge Samsung and Xiaomi. There's only one problem - it doesn't want to do that.
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6MP08)
The Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) revealed Matter 1.3, which adds support for new kinds of devices, like more home appliances and EV chargers.
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6MNYM)
With the new Find My Device network, the latest Pixel flagships are gaining support for offline finding, and Google is explaining more about how it works.
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by harish.jonnalagadda@futurenet.com (Harish Jonnalag on (#6MNYN)
With the FA19, Fiio is going all-in on its BA driver offerings, and the IEMs have 10 drivers in each earbud. The result is a magnificent sound that's among the best in this segment.
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by techkritiko@gmail.com (Jay Bonggolto) on (#6MNYP)
TikTok sues to challenge a new US law that bans the video-sharing app, hoping to reverse it.
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by harish.jonnalagadda@futurenet.com (Harish Jonnalag on (#6MNXT)
Teenage Engineering's CM-15 is a condenser studio mic like no other; it has a gorgeous design, built-in battery, and is built to last. Oh, and it costs $1,199.
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by nandika.iyerravi@futurenet.com (Nandika Ravi) on (#6MNVK)
Amazon Ads unveiled three new interactive and shoppable ad formats for Prime Video with remote-enabled capabilities.
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by patrick.farmer@futurenet.com (Patrick Farmer) on (#6MNQY)
Join Mint Mobile with ANY of their data plans and only pay $15 per month for three months. They'll also give you six months of Paramount Plus streaming, just for kicks.
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by judysanhz30@gmail.com (Judy Sanhz) on (#6MNN9)
Is the Google Pixel 8a waterproof? We'll provide easy-to-understand answers so you know how much water your phone can resist.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#6MNNA)
New firmware on Samsung's servers could point toward its early testing of One UI 7.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#6MNNB)
The Google app was spotted adding a way for Android users to quickly share Search result links.
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6MNJG)
Fossil seems to have run out of smartwatch stock, as you can no longer buy smartwatches from the brand's website, and we now have one less Wear OS brand.
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by patrick.farmer@futurenet.com (Patrick Farmer) on (#6MNJH)
Best Buy's preorder deal on the Pixel 8a includes a free $100 gift card and enough trade-in credit to make the smartphone completely free!
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by nicholas.sutrich@futurenet.com (Nicholas Sutrich) on (#6MNFS)
The Google Pixel 8a is official, but if that phone isn't enough of an upgrade for you, take at look at what the Pixel 9a could be if it launches in Spring 2025 as expected.
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by andrew.myrick@futurenet.com (Andrew Myrick) on (#6MNFT)
Mobvoi's latest smartwatch arrives with the TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro. While it offers incredible battery life, it's still missing Wear OS 4.
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by jerry.hildenbrand@futurenet.com (Jerry Hildenbrand on (#6MNC8)
The Rabbit R1 is not a device I want or would recommend, but it's more than just an app.
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by nicholas.sutrich@futurenet.com (Nicholas Sutrich) on (#6MNC9)
The Google Pixel 8a is Google's most impressive Pixel A-series phone yet, but a shaky history of reliability might make you think twice about upgrading.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Samuel Contreras) on (#6MNCA)
The Pixel 8a supports Qi wireless charging, like its predecessor, though the speeds could leave you wishing you got the Pixel 8.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Samuel Contreras) on (#6MNCB)
The Pixel 8a supports 18W wired fast charging, which isn't all that fast these days. You'll need a PD 3.0 charger charge the 8a at its full speed.
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